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Pet Behavior Help: Trainers, Behaviorists, and Vets

How do you deal with pet behavioral issues? Need professional pet behavior help? Learn what pet behaviorists, trainers, and vets can do.
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Using Food Puzzles for Dogs, Cats, and Other Pets

Are food puzzles good for dogs, cats, and other pets? What do you put in a food puzzle? Learn about using puzzle toys for mental and physical stimulation, and get DIY foo...
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Clipping Bird Wings: What to Know About Wing Trims

Should you clip your bird's wings? Learn about the pros and cons of wing trims for pet birds.
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A Guide to Clicker Training Pets

Clicker training dogs, cats, and other pets is a fun and effective way to communicate. Learn the basics of how to use clicker training.
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Bird Handling Techniques: How to Hold a Bird

How do you teach a bird to step up? What does a bird's body language mean? Learn tips for bird handling and how to hold a bird.
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How to Bird-Proof Your Home to Keep Pet Birds Safe

To keep pet birds safe and stop your birds from escaping, you'll need to learn how to bird-proof your home. There are many household hazards for pet birds.
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How to Pick Safe Bird Toys

Safe bird toys are a must for pet birds to get exercise and mental stimulation. Here's how to pick safe bird toys for enrichment and fun.
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pet African gray parrot with a colorful, wooden safe bird toy

Bird Training: Understanding the Basics

To help our pet birds live healthy and happy lives in our environments, bird training is key. Here are some tips for how to train your bird.
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Parrot Adoption: What to Expect

Parrot adoption is a big step. Here are considerations before adopting a bird, including parrot behavior, bird care, and adopting instead of buying.
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side-angle view of a green parrot who was available for adoption
 
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